March 14, 1884
Mr. Robert Buchanan returned from the east on Friday bringing his mother
with him. He was called east by his father’s death. [which Robert?]
Twenty Years Ago from the Neepawa Canadian 5 June 1884
John Buchanan has erected a house on his homestead 24-14-15
Messrs. J.W. Hunter, Jas Graham, and Robert Buchanan were exactly 3
days finishing Jas. R. Roberts house - 2 stories 17 X 22.
Twenty Years Ago, From the Neepawa Canadian, July 24, 1884
John Buchanan had a house raising and plowing bee ... Jas. Buchanan
arrived last Saturday having ridden horse back from Yale, BC.
(This is the find of the century Bill! This is my mysterious great
great grandfather – Bessie Glen’s husband. He came back and lived with
his daughter he never knew “Maggie Matilda” [Mrs. Robt J. (Red Bob) Buchanan]
It’s the year my grandfather was born 1884. Yale isn’t quite the Klondike
[I understood he went to the Cariboo.] but he left Bessie for the West
in the early 1860s after Maggie was born in 1862. James died April 1900.
I’ve already sent his OBIT to you. – DP)
Twenty Years Ago – From the Neepawa Canadian 6 Nov 1884
Married – Monday Nov 3, 1884. Joshua Ritchie to Eliza J. Watson. Rev
Mr. Jukes performed the ceremony.
Twenty Years Ago - The Neepawa Canadian, Dec 18, 1884
- Joseph Ralph has completed his residence on 10-14-15
- Big wedding write-up for Mary McCracken, dau. of John McCracken married
Nesbitt Poole.
The Neepawa Register Fri Jan 10, 1890
Born at Osprey on Wed, Jan 8, the wife of J J Buchanan a son.
The Neepawa Register Fri Jan 17, 1890
-W.E.D.Coulter has been gazetted bailiff for County of Beautiful Plains
-Jonathan J. Hamilton lost his only son, a little fellow of 5 on Monday
-The 20th January J J Hamilton had a daughter die.
The Neepawa Register Fri July 12, 1890
Born on July 5, 1890 the wife of Wm. C Coulter of Rosedale, a son
The Neepawa Register Fri July 18, 1890
Born At Eden on June 26, 1890 the wife of J J Willerton twin
daughters
(Josephine and Jessie - DP)
The Neepawa Register Fri Aug 1, 1890
Died on Sat July 18, at the residence of his son Robt. McCracken near
Acton[?], Mr. Richard McCracken at the advanced age of 87 [89?] years.
The Neepawa Register Fri Aug 12, 1890
Born on August 5, 1890 the wife of Andrew Buchanan of Osprey a son
(Grandpa Nelson - Nels died 10 Dec 1969, Neepawa, MB- DP)
The Neepawa Press Sat Sept 8, 1900
Born
Buchanan - On Sept 4th the wife of J J Buchanan, grain buyer, Franklin,
of a son.
The Neepawa Register Fri July 17, 1891
Born 27 July the wife of John Keating of Rosedale a son.
The Neepawa Register Fri July 17, 1891
Sad Accident
A most lamentable accident occurred at the house of Mr. Dave Gardiner
of Rosedale on Friday evening last. Mr. Gardiner had just moved into a
more commodious house and amongst the effects was a Colt’s repeating rifle
with 6 cartridges in the chamber. These, by way of precaution against accident,
Mr. Gardiner was in the act of removing from the gun whilst his two little
boys were sleeping on the upper flat, five of the cartridges were withdrawn
but the fatal sixth one by some unaccountable means exploded sending the
bullet through the bedding on which the little ones were sleeping and through
the eldest child, a fine promising little fellow of four years of age.
The family were horror-stricken; the father frantic with grief. Dr. McFadden
was immediately sent for, who arrived shortly after the accident, and did
all in his power to save the life of the dear little one, to whom he had
always been strongly attached, but to no avail. The messenger of death
had made her call and was not to be denied, and nine hours after the sad
occurrence the bright and promising little youth passed into the arms of
Him who said “Suffer little children to come unto me.” Mr. Gardiner and
family have the sympathy of the whole community in their great bereavement.
The funeral took place on Sunday last and was one of the largest ever witnessed
in the county.
The Herald - Neepawa Thurs 6 Sept 1893
Local News
Buchanan Bros have commenced threshing. Their first work was done on
S. Buchanan’s Saturday.
The Herald - Neepawa Thurs Oct 23, 1893
Serious Assault Charge
On Fri, Oct 20th at Mr. W F young’s office herefore N D Peter Esq.
and W F young Esq., James Buchannan was charged with committing an assault
upon Willet Burkell of Neepawa with intent to do him grievous bodily harm.
A considerable amount of evidence was taken. Edward Rogers and John Roberts
appearing as witnesses on behalf of Burkell and Wm J Ash and Arthur Hutton
on behalf of Buchannan. The case was of a somewhat complicated character
and the evidence rather conflicting, other questions besides the assault
being involved. In the end the defendant was committed for trial on the
charge of assault to the Assizes, to be held at Portage la Prairie.
Bail was accepted for $1000; himself in $500, James Buchanan Sr. $250,
and W J Ash $250.
[Which James Buchanan? Jas. Sr. had no son named James.]
The Herald Neepawa Thurs 8 November 1893
Births
Ralph: At Neepawa, Oct 29 the wife of Joseph Ralph of a son.
The Neepawa Register Wed Nov 8, 1899
Town Talk
Miss McLarty left Fri for Chatham, Ont after visiting her brother at
Riding Mountain.
The Neepawa Register Wed Nov 22, 1899
Married - McGillivray-Buchanan
- On November 15th by Rev. Dr. McLean at the residence of the bride’s
father, John Buchanan Esq. of Rosedale. Daniel McGillivray of Rosedale
to Annie Elizabeth Buchanan
Born - Watson
In Rosedale on Nov 14th to Mr. and Mrs. Adam Watson a daughter (still
born)
Town Talk
- The three Buchanan Brothers returned from the mountain on the 15th
with 5 moose and 1 bear.
- George Jackson went to Minnedosa on yesterday’s train to visit friends.
The Neepawa Register Wed 3 Jan 1900
Married
Martin-Willerton at Glenellen on Dec 25, 1899 by Geo. Stoney, Methodist
minister, Edmund Martin of Hampshire, England to Jennie Willerton of Glenellen,
Rosedale.
New Year’s Day 1900 will long be remembered in Manitoba as the most balmy in the history of the province.
The Neepawa Register Wed Feb 14, 1900
Personal Mention
Master Frank Jackson who has been in the general hospital, Winnipeg
for some time returned to Neepawa Saturday.
The Neepawa Register Wed Feb 21, 1900
Personal Mention
S. Farrell left on Monday for Dauphin on a short business trip.
Clara C. Warren, daughter of Chas. T. Warren of Victoria, BC, married
Feb 14, 1900 at Neepawa Manse, Rev. R.G Scott BA, of Dauphin.
The Neepawa Register Wed Feb 21, 1900
Personal Mention
Mr. Robert Buchanan and Miss Annie Coulter were married in Eden on
Wednesday Feb 14.
The Neepawa Register Wed Feb 28, 1900
Town talk
Jas. Watson sold the north half of 32-15-15 to Benj Jackson last week
for $7 000.00
They passed a resolution to build a 4-room school of brick or stone
at the north end of town.
The Neepawa Register Wed 4 April, 1900
Glenallen
The sympathies of the community are extended to Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Willerton
in the loss of their only son by croup in Thursday.
The Neepawa Press Wed. April 11, 1900 (Front Page)
The Grim Reaper AT WORK AMONG THE OLD RESIDENTS
Messrs. Richard Ralph, James Buchanan and John A Lamb Gathered to Their
Fathers - Sturdy Pioneers of the District
James Buchanan, of Eden, aged 77, died Saturday afternoon and
his remains were laid in Neepawa Cemetery on Monday. He was born in Tyrone,
Ireland, in 1823; came to Canada in 1844 (1847 -DP); went to British Columbia
in the sixties; and came to this district in 1887 (1884 -DP). He was a
sturdy old man, highly respected and always took a keen interest in public
affairs. He leaves two daughters, but no sons, to mourn his loss. They
are Mrs. Robert [Red Bob] Buchanan, Rosedale and Mrs. Jas Cadden (Keating
-DP) of Saltcoats. (Binscarth -DP)
The Neepawa Register Wed April 11, 1900
Died
Buchanan - In Rosedale on Sunday April 8th, Jas. Buchanan aged 77 years.
(Jennie & Maggie Matilda’s dad, my great-great grandfather -DP)
Town Talk
- Mr. and Mrs. Henry Smith of the Carberry district died with 24 hours
of each other.
- H. Adamson, who has been employed in the hardware store of Geo. L.
Forester left on Tuesday’s train for Yorkton, Sask.
- The funeral of the late Richard Ralph on Monday afternoon was
very largely attended.
The Neepawa Register Wed April 25, 1900
Town Talk
Mrs. A P Symons aand son left on Wednesday’s train for Acton, Ont.
where they will visit for several months.
Died
Jackson - In Neepawa on Saturday April 21, 1900, the youngest child
of Mildred Irene Jackson, daughter of W J Jackson and Mary A Jackson aged
2 yrs. 2 mo. 6 days.
The Neepawa Register Wed May 23, 1900
Franklin
Mr. James of Balgorie is here visiting his brother-in-law Jas. Buchanan.
(This is the J J Buchanan the grain agent of Franklin. He had the little
boy Tommy who was lost. - DP)
Town Talk
Messrs. T Durnin & J Buchanan returned to Neepawa Thursday evening
from their prospecting tour through Alberta. They intend going into the
ranching business there in the future, being satisfied with the prospects
in that district. Mr. Durnin also made a short visit to Banff.
The Neepawa Register Wed May 30, 1900
Town Talk
Chas. Finnamore and Mary Jackson, both of Neepawa were united in the
bonds of matrimony on Thursday by Rev. J Semmens
- Portage Graphic May 26
The Neepawa Register June 6, 1900
Town Talk
Buchanan Bros. are breaking scrub land with a John Abell double-cylinder
compound engine. They claim the engine is much better than horses.
The Neepawa Register Wed August 8, 1900
Town Talk
Mr. S Farrell Sr. who has been making a prospecting tour of the different
districts, principally Dauphin, returned to Neepawa last week and was the
guest of his son Councillor Farrell for several days. He left on Monday’s
train for his home in Listowel, Ont.
* There was an H C Buchanan who was a CPR station agent at Moosamin
who was visiting his family at Mr. Wm Scott’s home Langford. (Is this one
of our relatives? -DP)
The Neepawa Register Wed August 8, 1900
Town Talk
Mr. and Mrs. A McIntyre who had been visiting friends in Neepawa and
vicinity for some time returned to Strathclair last week taking Miss H
Black to spend her holidays at their home.
The Neepawa Register Wed August 15, 1900
Town Talk
Mrs. J S Roe departed for Milverton, Ont where she will visit relatives
for several months. (Is she a Jackson? -DP)
The Neepawa Register Wed September 12, 1900
Born
Buchanan - On Sept 4, 1900 the wife of J J Buchanan, grain buyer at
Franklin of a son.
Local and General
One of the sons of the late Samuel Adamson is at present very low with
typhoid fever.
Town Talk
The bodies of Samuel Adamson, councilor of Rosedale and his brother
Thomas Adamson of Novar [?], Ont, the victims of the accident on the M
& N.W. branch of the CPR near Minnedosa on Labour Day were interred
in the Buchanan cemetery four miles north of town last Wednesday afternoon.
A large number of the friends of the family followed the remains to their
last resting place.
The Neepawa Register Wed 21 Nov, 1900
Springhill
Mr. Richard McCracken was badly kicked by a horse last week and has
been laid-up since.
The Neepawa Register Wed Nov 29, 1900
Town Talk
Mr. David Gardiner of Eden has moved into town and intends shortly
commencing the manufacturing of his threshing machine blower which has
proven such a success the past season. Mr. Gardiner expects to have about
200 ready for next year’s work and is confident as his machine comes to
be better known the demand therefore will exceed the supply.
The Neepawa Register Wed 28 Nov, 1900
Died
Ritchie - In the St. Boniface Hospital, Winnipeg on Nov 22, 1900. Mary
Ann Howatt, wife of Jas. Ritchie of Makinak, Manitoba aged 41 years 10
months.
The Neepawa Register Wed March 20, 1901
Springhill
Born
In Neepawa on March 6 1901, to Mr. & Mrs. R Watson, a daughter
The Neepawa Register March 27, 1901
Local & General
Mr. & Mrs. D J [David James] Watson of Riding Mountain were the
guests of Mr. & Mrs. R Watson & D R Gardiner the past few days.
The Neepawa Register Wed 5 June, 1901
Talk of the Town
To the Editor of the Register
Sir - As the public attention has been directed to the fact that
the present administration in Ottawa is not satisfied with the amount of
public lands that have been given to speculators in the shape of railway
lands, etc., but are handing over the few parcels of land which were set
aside for homesteads to their political heelers as payment for campaign
services; as the Neepawa Press, anxious to serve its boss, comes out and
denies the fact and tries to make the public believe that a lawyer holding
several sections of such lands, waiting for an increase in value is not
a speculator and the actual settler who wants a homestead to settle on
and make a home for himself and family is a speculator; that Hunt, Logan,
and Robertson have been notified to do homestead duties or have their entries
cancelled; and as I am the party referred to as making application for
the cancellation of the entries to those lands, I happen to know a little
bit about them. While looking around for a homestead last fall a friend
told me about Sec 6, 13, 12 and that three-quarters of that section was
vacant. I examined these lands and found them very desirable for homesteading.
I went to Minnedosa to make entry and found that Mr. J D Hunt, a lawyer
in Carberry had made entry for one quarter and two of his clerks,
Robertson and Logan - had entered for the other two quarters. Knowing that
there was no probability of Hunt, Robertson, or Logan going to settle on
homesteads, I applied to have their entries cancelled, and to enter for
one quarter for myself and the other two quarters for my father and brother
in Ontario. Well, they delayed canceling from December 9 to April 20 when
they informed me that the Commissioner had decided not to cancel these
lands. The homestead inspector was not sent to see if Mr. Hunt and his
clerks were doing their homestead duties or not, but the officials in Ottawa
decided in a high handed manner that their political heelers must be rewarded
for campaign services and that 480 acres of choice agricultural lands,
lying right in the heart off the province, and within two miles of a thriving
town on the C.P.Ry. was not too much of a reward for Mr. Hunt. Then the
question arose, how they would get those lands for nothing or as close
to nothing as possible. Mr. Hunt applied to buy the lands and Mr. Thompson
the homestead inspector presiding over the district in which these lands
are, and the proper valuator therefore was instructed to go and value the
property. But perhaps fearing that Thompson would be too honest and place
a value too high to suit Mr. Hunt, these orders were recalled and a friend
of Mr. Hunt, having no connection with the district whatsoever, has been
sent to value these lands. There is no doubt in my mind that the new valuator
will place the value to suit the clique, and that Mr. Hunt will secure
these lands at a price satisfactory to him, and such as will enable him
to turn them over at a good profit, I have no objection to lawyers or other
professional men taking up homesteads, but I think they should be made
to live on them and improve them just the same as other people do, And
I do object to homestead lands being handed over to speculators to be held
an indefinite time, thereby keeping settlers out of the country.
Yours truly,
W J Ash
Stoney Creek, June 3, 1901 [His wife was John Buchanan’s daughter Mary]
The Neepawa Register Wed July 3, 1901
Franklin
Mr. Jas. Buchanan lost his little boy last week. The remains were interned
in Neepawa Cemetery. Mr. & Mrs. Buchanan have our deepest sympathy
in the sudden departure of their little one.
The July 24, 1901 Register has a story about Jesse James & the Younger Bros on Page 3.
The Neepawa Register Wed 31 July, 1901
Talk of the Town
Miss Jennie Foulston of Listowel, Ont arrived in town Fri and is the
guest of Mr. & Mrs. Robert Watson. She is a sister to Mrs. Adam Watson.
The Neepawa Register Wed 28 Aug, 1901
Born
McCracken - at Springhill on 18 August 1901, to Mr. & Mrs. McCracken,
a son.
The President of the US Wm. McKinley Assassinated
The Neepawa Register Wed 9 Oct, 1901
Talk of the Town
On Tues evening Oct 1st Hiram C Buchanan CPR agent at Moosimin, SK
died very suddenly from an attack of appendicitis. He was a cousin of Mrs.
S J Amson and visited Neepawa last summer, was 39 years of age and a member
of the Masonic, Oddfellows, and Workmen societies. He leaves a wife, son
and daughter to mourn his loss.
The Neepawa Register Wed Dec 25, 1901
Married Watson-Howe
At the residence of Robert Watson, Neepawa on Dec 18, 1901 by Rev Francis
hall, Robert J Watson to Miss Jessie Howe, both of Neepawa.
Sam McKee Sr. obit. Sons: Thomas, Richard, & John; Daughters: Elizabeth Maggie, (Mrs. Sam E McKee) and Minerva. (62 yrs old) From Perth Co, Ont 15 years ago. [a close long-time friend of the Buchanans]
The Neepawa Register Wed Jan 1, 1902
Town Talk
The disappearance of the five year old son of J J Buchanan on Monday
was the cause of a lot of anxiety. The youngster was around the streets
in the afternoon, but not getting home at tea time, a search among the
neighbours was made without result. The father continued his enquiries
well on into the evening, and shortly after midnight the fire bell aroused
the citizens, who turned out and thoroughly covered the town – but the
boy was not to be found. Then it was decided to send parties out along
the roads leading to town as several parties had observed the youngster
in a farmer’s sleigh near B R Hamilton & Co.’s store early in the evening.
About 3 o’clock Tuesday morning the little chap was found at the farm house
of Mr. Sangster, about 2 ½ miles south-west from the town. The farmer
who took him from town had carried him that distance and put him off and
into the house. None of the family were at home and it was half past eight
o’clock when they arrived home and discovered the boy , who from cold and
fright was so dazed he only knew his name was Tommy. It is needless to
say that the parents were overjoyed at the safe return of their boy and
they desire through the Register to tender their gratefulness to the many
citizens who spent so many hours in the search.
The Neepawa Register Wed Jan 8, 1902
Town Talk
Mrs. W J Black of Minnedosa visited her sister Mrs. Chas. Finnimore
of town.
The Neepawa Register Wed Jan 15, 1902
A Mysterious Death
Creemore, Ont. Dec 31, W L Coulter, a prominent merchant of this place
was found dead last Saturday night in his stable on Avening with a bullet
wound in his head and his gun lying under him. He was last seen by his
family at 11 o’clock in the morning when he left the house, presumably
to go to Creemore, as was his usual custom. His son came up to the store
here in the afternoon and finding that his father had not arrived, he at
once returned to Avening and search was at once instituted, resulting in
the body being found in the stable. As far as is known there is nothing
to indicate that he contemplated committing suicide and it will probably
never be known whether the shooting was other than accidental. He leaves
a widow and three children.
The Neepawa Register Wed Jan 22, 1902
Drew a Gun on a Woman (Hope you can’t find him in our family
tree!! – DP)
MacGregor Man. Jan. 15 – Mr. Buchanan, south of Bagot, was summoned
to appear before E A Bailey, J.P. to answer to a charge of drawing a revolver
on one Mrs. Kelly. Buchanan in the meantime took his departure. A warrant
has been issued for his arrest.
Town Talk
- Mr. & Mrs. Geo. Ralph arrived in town from Minnedosa to visit
his brother Jon Ralph.
- W Ash, Robt Johnston, S McKee, Oscar Adams, Robt & Wm. Buchanan,
Dan McGillivray, Jno. & Jesse Batters left last evening for Rainy River
district on a land prospecting trip.
The Neepawa Register Wed Jan 22, 1902
Born: Buchanan – at Franklin on Monday Jan 13, 1902 to Mr. & Mrs.
J J Buchanan a daughter.
The Neepawa Register Wed Jan 29, 1902
Town Talk
Wm. Ash, S McKee, Dan McGillivray, Jno. & Jesse Batters, Oscar
Armstrong, Robt & Wm. Buchanan returned from Rainy River district.
The Neepawa Register Wed March 12, 1902
Town Talk
Married: Watson-Harvey
At the residence of Mr. D R Gardiner, Hamilton St., Neepawa on Monday
March 10, 1902 by the Rev R Francis Hall, Charles Allan Watson of Roskeen,
to Miss Katie Harvey of Winnipeg.
The Neepawa Press Wed March 25, 1902 (This is Bessie Glen Buchanan
Gilberts – DP)
Town Talk
Mrs. and Mrs. W H Gilbert of Silver Creek, who were on their way home
from the East made a brief call on Mr. & Mrs. Sam Buchanan last week.
The Neepawa Press Wed April 2, 1902
Married: Foulston – Willerton
At the residence of Alex Mills, Langford by Rev R Francis hall on March
26, 1902, Miss Irene Willerton to George Foulston, both of Riding Mountain.
The Neepawa Register 8 May, 1902
Town talk
Samuel Adamson secured a nest of four young wolves the other day on
the Adamson Estate, which netted him four good dollars from the township
treasury. There’s money in wolves.
The Neepawa Register Wed June 4, 1902
Died
Watson – In Neepawa on Monday afternoon June 2, 1902
Samuel George Watson, aged 26 years 11 mo. & 24 days.
The funeral will take place from the residence of his brother-in-law,
Mr. D R Gardiner, Hamilton Street East at 2 o’clock this afternoon. The
funeral will be conducted by Neepawa L.O.L No. 1494 of which the deceased
was a member Interment will take place in the Buchanan Cemetery, four miles
north of town. Friends and acquaintances will please accept this invitation
to attend.
Members of L.O.L No. 1494 will meet at the lodge room at 1 o’clock
sharp and visiting brothers are invited.
The Neepawa Register Wed June 11, 1902
Sad Drowning Accident
A sad drowning accident occurred in our town on Monday afternoon, Monday
June 2, 1902 when George Samuel Watson, who was assisting in driving cattle
for Dan Hamilton, became to victim of the treacherous waters of Stony Creek.
One of the young cattle got into the creek and Watson undertook to rescue
it. He waded into the water and was instantly carried under by the current,
and was not seen again until his lifeless body was found tightly pressed
against the wire fence only a few yards away. Efforts at resuscitation
were made, but without avail – the body had been too long in the river.
Deceased was a young man of 26 years of exemplary habits and was well known
and respected by a wide circle of friends and acquaintances in both town
and country. He was a brother of Mr. Robert Watson, north end, and of Mrs.
D R Gardiner. The Register joins with the many friends of the family
in deepest sympathy in their hour of affliction. The funeral which takes
place at 2 o’clock this afternoon from the home of D R Gardiner to the
Buchanan cemetery four miles north of town will be conducted by the members
of the L.O.L. 1494 of which deceased was a member.
The Neepawa Register Wed June 11, 1902
Riding Mountain
Deepest regret is felt here over the untimely death of Mr. Samuel Watson,
who was a resident of this place, and had here many friends. The
impossible condition of the roads kept many from attending the funeral
obseques, while a great many had not head of the sad occurrence until the
ceremony was over. Much sympathy was felt for every one of the bereaved
in their great trouble, but especially the aged parents. In the case of
the father it is extremely distressing as he has been very low in health
for some time. Samuel was the only unmarried one of a large family.
Springhill
Miss Alexander of Hamiota is visiting here as the guest of Mrs. Richard
McCracken.
Town Talk
The funeral of the late Samuel G Watson which took place last Wednesday
afternoon to the Buchanan burial ground, was one of the most largely attended
that has been held in Neepawa for a long time. Brother Orangemen of deceased
to the number of about seventy preceded the hearse to the north end, where
rigs were waiting for them, while in the rear of the hearse were some eighty
conveyances filled with mourning relatives and friends. The six brothers
of deceased acted as pall-bearers and Rev R Francis Hall conducted services
at the house and burial ground. The impressive burial service of the Orange
order was also gone through with at the grave.
The Neepawa Register Wed June 18, 1902
Town talk
Rev T C Buchanan of Edmonton was elected president of the Methodist
conference at last week. There were one hundred and seventy-four members
present.
The following appointments were made for the Neepawa District at the
Methodist conference at Portage la Prairie: Neepawa: Wes W Abbott;
Arden: Hiram Hull; Plumas: Richard A Rutledge; Glensmith: I Kilpatrick;
Gladstone: Thomas Lawson; Lakeland and Bear Creeks: D R Patterson; Eden:
Joseph Wilson; Franklin: WSA Crux.
[This would almost certainly be the prominent Rev Thomas Buchanan,
who is not known to be related to us, although his ancestors also came
from Northern Ireland. Buchanan-Eastwood United Church in Edmonton is named
after him. His grandson Judd Buchanan was a cabinet minister in the Trudeau
government. I used to work with Judd’s sister Kathryn. We compared genealogies,
but could find no connection between our families. - Bill]
The Neepawa Register Wed June 25, 1902
Card of Condolence
The duly appointed Standing Committee of LOL 1494 instructed to draft
a letter of condolence to the parents, family and friends of the late Samuel
George Watson have done so as follows:
To Mr. & Mrs. James Watson and Family
On the behalf of the officers and members of Loyal Orange Lodge No.
1494. Neepawa we the undersigned committee desire to express our deepest
sympathy and condolence with you in the sudden bereavement you have met
in the untimely calling away of an affectionate son and brother.; and while
you will miss him from the family circle more than any words can ever tell,
we his brethren will mourn his absence from among us in our lodge where
he was always prominent by his zeal and earnestness. We trust however that
you may receive from the Giver of all Good strength to bear the great affliction
that his was a life of usefulness and that there is a bright prospect for
a happy reunion in the Beyond.
Signed on the behalf of L.O.L. 1494
Co.
T E Adams
Geo. A Graham
The Neepawa Register Wed June 25, 1902
Town talk
Born: Willerton
In Springhill, on June22, 1902 to Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Willerton, a
son.
The Neepawa Register Wed July 2, 1902
Springhill
A happy event occurred last Wednesday afternoon in the Methodist Church,
when Miss Minnie McCracken was united in holy matrimony to Br Angus Bell,
of Glensmith, Rev Crux officiating. Mrs. John Miller played the wedding
march. The bride and groom were assisted by Miss Emma Harris and Mr. Wm.
McCracken. The bride was tastefully attired in white satin, trimmed with
chiffon and passementerie, with bridal veil and orange blossoms. After
the ceremony a reception was held at the bride’s father’s where a bountiful
spread was enjoyed by all. The presents were many and costly. All join
in wishing Mr. & Mrs. Bell every comfort and prosperity in their new
life.
Sam Buchanan Sr. lived on Sec 28-15-15
The Neepawa Register Wed Sept 24, 1902
Town Talk
Miss Ash of Listowel, Ont arrived in town Friday to visit her brother
Albert Ash.
(Wrong Ash Wedding. This is W J Ash’s (m. Mary Buchanan) sister. Albert
was his brother too. -DP)
The Neepawa Register Oct 8, 1902
Married
Ash-McLaughlin
At the manse, Gladstone, October 1, 1902 by Rev J E Munro, Thos.
Ash to Miss Margaret McLaughlin, both of Bear Creek.
The Neepawa Register Oct 15, 1902
Eden
Mr. J Brooks of Neepawa has accepted a position in the New Store. He
takes charge of the dry goods department.
Town Talk
Jos Brooks formerly with A E Fremlin has taken a position with G W
Waggoner at Eden.
The Neepawa Register Wed Dec 3, 1902
Town Talk
J S Buchanan returned Monday from Kamloops, BC
The Neepawa Press Friday Jan 2, 1903
Building Improvements of 1902 – Langford
Jno. Ralph has left the old time-honoured homesteading cabin and is
now luxuriating in a fine new two-story cottage, with basement full size
containing every modern improvement. The building is very pleasing in appearance
and is finished throughout in the best style. It cost about $1800.00.
The Neepawa Press Tuesday, Jan 6, 1903
Oliver Torkington returned from Gladstone on Sat, where he attended
the wedding of Miss Viola McRae who was led to the alter by Editor Downing
of Maple Creek. Mr. & Mrs. Thos. McKee went to the same wedding,
The Neepawa Register Wed Jan 7, 1903
Orange Blossoms
The residence of Mr. Andrew Snider, Rosedale, was the scene off a very
interesting event on the evening of Wed 24 December 1902 when two young
hearts were knit in wedlock. The contracting parties, who were both popular
members of the community and much esteemed, were Mr. David Calvin Allan
and Miss Ida May Willerton. The bride was given away by her father Mr.
Joseph J. Willerton and the bridesmaid was Miss Ida may Keating of Neepawa,
while the best man Mr. George Foulston Perry of Oak Leaf. After the ceremony
a great number of guests sat down to a sumptuous repast at the close of
which the health of the bride and bridegroom was proposed by the officiating
minister, Rev J.A.G. Stirling who, in a humorous speech, exhorted the other
bachelors and spinsters present to emulate the good example set before
them by the happy bride and bridegroom. Altogether a very enjoyable evening
was spent, in which the usual amusements and festivities were prolonged
till the “wee sma’ oors” All joined in wishing the happy young couple a
Merry Christmas and many happy returns of their Wedding Day. The following
is a list of the wedding presents which were both serviceable and beautiful:
water set, Mr. & Mrs. Robt Allan; handkerchief & glove box,
Alfred Young; 2 ornamental vases, Mr. & Mrs. J M Taylor; water set,
Mr. & Mrs. A W Allan; carving set, Mr. & Mrs. Hugh Rae; tea set,
Mr. & Mrs. Alex Alan senior; globe lamp, Ernest & Edward Avison
brothers; set of smoothing irons; Mr. & Mrs. George Foulston;; cake
dish, Mr. & Mrs. Ernest Graham; fruit dish & jug, Mr. & Mrs.
W A Watson; silk handkerchief, Mr. Thomas Crandell; glass set, Mr. &
Mrs. Jas. Willerton; fruit dish & cake dish, Miss Barbour; two pairs
of pickle dishes, James & jack Snider; twelve fruit dishes and decanter,
Mr. Gibb Allan; Preserve dish and pepper & salt dishes, Mr. & Mrs.
Crandell; 2 fruit dishes, Mr. Frank Snider; cruet stand, Mr. & Mrs.
Andy Snider; picture, Mr. George Perry.
The Neepawa Register Wed Jan 7, 1903
Married
Allan-Willerton
At the residence of Andrew Snider, Rosedale, on Dec 24, 1902 by Rev
J A C Stirling, David C Allan to Ida May Willerton.
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Jno. A Keating is visiting his mother at Silver Creek just now.
Miss Minnie Keating of Binscarth has been spending the holidays at
her Uncles Jno. Keating south of town.
Miss Maud Keating of Silver Creek has been the guest of Mr. &
Mrs. Robert Watson during the holiday season.
The Neepawa Press Tues Feb 3, 1903
News of Neepawa
Solomon Watson & Jos. Willerton went down to Winnipeg on Saturday’s
train. Mr. Watson is the plaintiff in a civil suit to be heard there.
Riding Mountain
Solomon Watson has returned from Winnipeg, where he was successful
in his suit against a livestock insurance company there. Jos. Willerton
accompanied him.
Jno. Buchanan is occupying Howard Kitson’s house this winter.
The Neepawa Press Tuesday Feb 6, 1903
News of Neepawa
S J Watson and J J Willerton returned Tuesday from Winnipeg. They went
to contest a suit with the Western Farmers Live Stock Insurance Co. Mr.
Watson insured a horse with that co. The animal died and Mr. Watson claimed
the amount of insurance. The company paid no attention to the matter. Mr.
Watson sued and recovered.
The Neepawa Press Fri. Feb 13, 1903
News of Neepawa
The hands of death was laid on the senior member of the Buchanan family
on Wed night (Feb 11). Deceased was Andrew Buchanan, who succumbed to that
dire disease, pleurisy, after a short illness. He leaves several children
behind him. His home was three miles north east of town.
The Neepawa Press Tuesday February 17, 1903
News of Neepawa
Samuel [Big Sam] and James A. Buchanan left on Saturday for Ontario
with the remains of their father [Andrew] for interment.
There was a Mary Coulter living in Orange Ridge.
The Neepawa Press Tuesday March 3, 1903
News of Neepawa
Mrs Alf Willerton [Margaret Farrell] died on Monday, She has been ill
but a few days.
There is a Georgina Brooks marrying a Martin Hanneberry. Georgina’s sister was named Ida & brother Joseph Brooks [of] Eden.
The Neepawa Press Friday March 20, 1903
Franklin
Alex Pogue and Edith Passmore were united in wedlock on Wednesday at
the home of the bride’s parents.
The Neepawa Press Tuesday March 24, 1903
News of Neepawa
Robert Lindsay has disposed of his blacksmith shop to W A Buchanan,
who takes possession on April 6th. [John’s son, my grandfather - Bill]
The Neepawa Press Tuesday June 23, 1903
In Town & Vicinity
W A Jackson of Springhill, brought to town yesterday a sample of his
wheat measuring 28 inches in length.
Rev Crux is leaving Franklin church.
The Neepawa Press Tuesday June 30, 1903
Married
At the manse, Minnedosa, on Wed June 24, 1903, by the Rev Wm. Millar,
Thomas Graham & Henrietta Campbell, both of Neepawa.
Geo. McCallum was in Grade 3 at Stoney Creek School.
There was a W R Caithness living here in 1903.
Solomon Watson lived on 16-18-15 in 1903.
Story of Arthur Kilburn sr. NP Friday July 28, 1903
The Neepawa Press Tuesday July 7, 1903
In Town & Vicinity
Harry Nerie, a young man of 21 years of age, who came out from Tunbridge
Wells, England last April died on Thurs at Eden and was interred Sat morning
in Buchanan’s cemetery. He had worked for Robt Riley. Cause of death was
meningitis.
The Neepawa Press Tuesday July 7, 1903
Eli Potter, one of the pioneers of Springhill, passed away on Friday
night last. Mr. Potter had been ailing for some time, but had not been
in a critical condition until a few days before his death took place. The
cause of death was a complication of heart and lung trouble. Mr. Potter
was well and favourably known by a large proportion of the residents of
town and country, and his demise is a distinct loss to the community. The
funeral took place on Saturday afternoon, a large number of friends following
the remains to Buchanan’s cemetery where interment took place.
The Neepawa Press Tuesday July 28, 1903
Married
At the Presbyterian manse, Portage la Prairie on Tuesday July 21, David
Buchanan and Jean McGoffin, both of Neepawa.
In Town & Vicinity
Mrs. Geo. Watson & family arrived in town last week from Michigan,
USA to join Mr. Watson here, who is taking up residence in this district.
The Neepawa Press Friday July 31, 1903
In Town & Vicinity
Davidson Bros have disposed of their blacksmith business in town to
Wm. Buchanan [John’s son, my grandfather]. Wm J has taken a position with
the Massey-Harris Co. and Bert leaves next week for Seattle, Wash.
The Neepawa Press Tuesday August 4, 1903
Eden
There were two weddings inn this vicinity this week. Thos. Storey and
Sarah Coulter were made one in the presence of about 100 guests at the
home of her parents on Wednesday July 29, 1903. The nuptial knot was tied
by Rev. G H Peaccock. After the wedding feast, Mr. and Mrs. Storey went
to their new home at Acton, followed by the good wishes of their host of
friends. The large number of handsome and costly presents received by them
is ample evidence of the esteem in which they were held.
The Neepawa Press Friday August 14, 1903
In Town & Vicinity
Mrs. Geo. Watson, accompanied by her daughter Mrs. Sheffield and daughter-in-law
Mrs. Al Watson, who came from the East a month ago and have been visiting
with friends here, left on Wednesday for Leduc, N.W.T. to join their husbands,
where they will reside in the future. [Mrs. Geo. Watson was my great grandmother.
Bill<George<Elizabeth<Geo. Watson<Jas. Watson sr.]
The Neepawa Press Tuesday Aug. 18, 1903
In Town & Vicinity
The child of Mr. & Mrs. Chas. Buchanan of Orange Ridge died on
Monday morning.
The Neepawa Press Friday August 21, 1903
In Town & Vicinity
Mrs. W C Buchanan & Mrs. Jas. Buchanan of Donegal, Ont and Mrs.
Jas. Keating of Silver Creek are visiting relatives and friends throughout
the district.
Obituary
The Palmerston, Ont Spectator of Aug 6th contains the following death
notice.
John Brooks, an old resident of Palmerston, died on Wednesday at his
home on Jane St. He was 79 years of age. Mr. Brooks was a native of Ireland.
Coming to Canada, he settled first on the Yonge road near Toronto, from
there to Toronto, thence to Collingwood, and about 25 years ago to Palmerston,
where he had lived since. The funeral will be held on Friday to the Palmerston
Cemetery. He leaves a family of 11 viz: Mrs. Wm. Lamb & Mrs. M S Hannaberry
of Neepawa, Man; Mrs. Wm. Chubb and Mrs. Wm. Gardiner of Lansing Michigan;
Mrs. Wm. Tarlin of Galt; Jos Brooks of Neepawa, Man; Maud & Olive of
Hespeler; William, Mary & Evelyn of Palmerston.
The Neepawa Press Friday Sept 29, 1903
William Crittenden has purchased the house at the east end of the rink
formerly owned by the late Richard Jackson.
The Neepawa Press Friday October 3, 1903
Neepawa Business Directory
W. A. Buchanan - General Blacksmith, Davidson St. East of the Union
Bank.
In Town & Vicinity
Dan McQuarrie has relinquished his blacksmith shop at Glendale to accept
a position in [W. A.] Buchanan’s blacksmith shop in town.
The Neepawa Press Tuesday October 13, 1903
Rural Reports
Miss Molland of Glendale had opened a dressmaking shop here (Brookdale)
Rooms over J. Millar’s store. (The start of the new town of Brookdale -
about 3 miles west and 10 miles south of Neepawa)
In Town & Vicinity
- Wm. Farrell of Vancouver arrived to visit his brother Sam Farrell.
He was a resident of Neepawa in the early days.
- Miss Ellie Farrell visited her brothers Wm. and Sam before going
to her home at Portage la Prairie.
- Seth Potter’s land sale at his farm which is situated 1 mile north
and 1/2 mile east of the CPR station, Neepawa. The Springhill land he was
keeping.
The Neepawa Press Tuesday November 3, 1903
Neepawa Business Directory
W. A. Buchanan - General Blacksmith, Davidson St. East of the Union
Bank.
In Town & Country
- Seth Potter embarked on Monday fro British Columbia, where he hopes
to make his future home.
- Mr. & Mrs. A E Jackson of Edmonton paid a visit to Neepawa last
week and called on their former townspeople Mr. & Mrs. W W Davidson.
- The blacksmiths of Neepawa, Arden, and Eden have agreed on a scale
of prices for the general run of work on the same basis as blacksmiths
throughout the province charge. In some respects the new prices are higher
than previously prescribed, and in other respects there are no changes.
Purple Ridge
Coulter Bros are busy hauling out their wheat now.
Bodies of the two little Davidson girls drowned last year at Portage la Prairie in the Assiniboine River were removed last Saturday.
The Neepawa Press Tuesday December 8, 1903
In Town & Vicinity
W. A. Buchanan having sold his blacksmith business in town to Dan McQuarrie
will resume farming on the old homestead three miles west of town.
- In Rosedale on Dec 1 to Mr. & Mrs. Chas. Barrieball, twin girls.
- W J Ash left on Friday for Ontario with the remains of his
father, which will be buried there.
The Neepawa Press Tuesday December 22, 1903
Lefroy-Campbell
A very pretty wedding took place at the residence of Mr. & Mrs.
Robt. Campbell, Bridge Creek on Wed. Dec 16, when their daughter Almina
Jane was married to Geo. Langlois Maxwell Lefroy. The bride was assisted
by her sister Margaret and Mr. Robt. Horner was the best man. The bride
was dressed in pure white silk, trimmed with chiffon, while the bridesmaid
was dressed in pale blue Henriettam trimmed with cream applique. Miss Nettie
Dunsmore played the wedding march and Rev. J K Clark performed the ceremony.
About 75 guests sat down to dinner after which they spent the afternoon
in games and chatting. The young folks gathered in the evening and tripped
the light fantastic into the small hours of the morning. The presents were
numerous and costly. Mr. & Mrs. Lefroy have our best wishes for a prosperous
future.
The Neepawa Register Thur March 3, 1904
Twenty years ago March 14, 1884
Mr. Robert Buchanan returned from the east on Friday bringing his mother
with him. He was called east by his father’s death. [which Robert?]
The Neepawa Press Tuesday March 8, 1904
In Town and Country
D. M. McLarty has bought Robert Watson's house near the CPR station
and will shortly take possession.
The Neepawa Register Thur March 10, 1904
Springhill
Mr. & Mrs. Wm. Pocket of Glenella are visiting friends in this
vicinity
Town Talk
Mr. Robt Watson has disposed of his residence at the North End to Mr.
McLarty of Riding Mtn, who will take up residence here with his family.
Ridge View
Mr. Thos. Storey of Acton is hauling home his oats from Mr. Haggerty’s.
Springhill
Mr. Geo. Pockett has moved over to his new farm.
Huns Valley
Miss Mary Coulter of Purple Ridge is visiting at the home of Mrs. Birch.
The Neepawa Press Tuesday March 29, 1904
Wedding Bells
Florence Mae Smith married F.W. Ferguson. Will reside at Sedley, Assa.
(Assiniboia Territory)
In Town and Vicinity
Amongst the delayed passengers arriving on the CPR yesterday were Mr.
and Mrs. Alf Willerton, who were concluding their wedding trip. The bride,(formerly
Mrs. Murdoch) is receiving the congratulations of many friends in town.
Mr. and Mrs. Willerton will reside in Springhill.
The Rosedale church when moved south was 4 miles north of town and reopened
Sunday Aug 14, 1904
[I presume the new location was adjacent to the Rosedale cemetery.
- Bill]
Mrs. Mark Willerton was a Farrell. She had a brother named William - DP
The Neepawa Register Thurs March 31, 1904
MARRIED
WILLERTON - MURDOCH
At Winnipeg March 22, 1904, Mr. Alf Willerton to Mrs. Murdoch of Neepawa
(NEE Mrs. Jas Murdoch)
The Neepawa Press Tuesday April 5, 1904
In Town & Vicinity
Wm. Stenhouse, A McKee & P Coulter left with their outfits for
Melfort, Sask via CNR on Saturday.
Aaron Bonney lived 34-15-16
The Neepawa Press Tuesday April 18, 1904
Arden
Mrs W Weller of Shoal Lake after visiting her sister-in-law Mrs. W.
Robinson, left for home
In Town & Vicinity
- J A Keating and wife, W A Buchanan & Miss Lizzie Watson left
on Saturday for Leduc, Alberta, where they propose residing.
- W E D Coulter has leased the Simpson House, to take possession today.
Mr. Coulter is well and favourably known to the travelling public and under
his management the house will no doubt continue to receive a continued
liberal patronage.
The Neepawa Register Thurs April 21, 1904
Twenty Years Ago 24 Apr 1884
John Buchanan of Elma, Ont left for the west (In Listowel Standard
newspaper)
The Neepawa Press Tuesday April 22, 1904
Riding Mountain
- James Watson, the pioneer settler of this settlement, remains very
low, having been in bed all winter with general decline.
- John Buchanan, Will Watson, and D. Tyler took the train to Neepawa
on Monday.
The Neepawa Register Thur May 19, 1904
Town Talk
Rev & Mrs. JBJ Belford, Mrs. E Cresswell & Mrs. CC Balck of
Gladstone were guests of Mrs. Fenimore last week. Mrs. Cresswell &
Mrs. Belford visited their parents at Eden, Mr. & Mrs. Robert McCracken.
The Neepawa Register Thur May 26, 1904
Obituary
The death of Mr. Jas. Watson of Riding Mountain occurred at his late
residence on Tues last, May 24. Mr. Watson was one of the oldest and most
highly respected residents of Beautiful Plains country and he is mourned
by many friends and relatives. His sons living are: Robert, Adam &
Solomon of Riding Mountain; William & Alex of Eden; his daughters:
Mrs. R Buchanan of Atwood, Ont; Mrs. D R Gardiner & Mrs. David McLarty,
Neepawa; and Mrs. Andrew Snider of Eden. The funeral takes place to the
cemetery at Buchanan’s today.
Twenty Years Ago from Neepawa Canadian, 29 May 1884:
W J Bonney & Jas. Coulter each lost a valuable horse from causes
unknown.
Town Talk
Died – Watson
At Riding Mountain on Tues May 24, 1904, James Watson aged 78 yrs.
10 mos. 21 days.
The Neepawa Register 26 May, 1904
Twenty Years Ago from the Neepawa Canadian 5 June 1884
John Buchanan has erected a house on his homestead 24-14-15
Messrs. J.W. Hunter, Jas Graham, and Robert Buchanan were exactly 3
days finishing Jas. R. Roberts house - 2 stories 17 X 22.
The Neepawa Press Friday May 27, 1904
Death of a Pioneer
James Watson of Riding Mountain passed away to the great beyond at
early dawn on Victoria Day. The funeral on Thursday to Mountain View Cemetery
was largely attended by many of his friends of former and later days. The
late Mr. Watson was one of the sturdy pioneers of Beautiful Plains. He
came here from Perth County [Ontario] in 1878 and settled in Rosedale,
where he and his family were very successful. In 1887 he moved to Riding
Mountain where he lived in quiet prosperity until the end. He leaves six
sons and five daughters. They are Robert, Adam, Solomon, David J, William
A, and Allan Watson, all of whom reside in this vicinity; Mrs. Joseph Willerton,
Springhill; Mrs. Robert Buchanan, Atwood, Ont; Mrs. D R Gardiner, Neepawa;
Mrs. D McLarty; Neepawa; and Mrs. Andrew Snider of Riding Mountain. Two
members of the family are deceased. Mrs. Jno. Snider died in 1898 and Samuel
G Watson was drowned in Neepawa in June 1902. Memories of the exemplary
life of James Watson will have an enduring influence on those left behind.
The Neepawa Press Tues June 14, 1904
Riding Mountain
James Graham is doing carpenter work on Jno. Buchanan’s new barn 32
x 40 [feet].
Mrs. Samuel Buchanan paid Mrs. John Buchanan a visit this week.
The Neepawa Press Tues June 21, 1904
In Town & Vicinity
There are 1009 names on the list of electors for the R M [Rural Municipality]
of Lansdowne. This is an increase of 64 over the 1903 list.
The Neepawa Press Friday June 24, 1904
Born
In Neepawa on Thur June 23, 1904 to Mr. & Mrs. David McLarty, a
son.
The Neepawa Register Thurs 23 June, 1904
Geo, Alf and Mark Willerton left for the World's Fair
The Neepawa Register Thur July 7, 1904
Before the Magistrate
Aaron Bonney of Springhill and his wife were charged with cruelty to
Lizzie Bonney aged about 12 years, being beaten with a piece of harness
trace and an exe handle. Last beating was for not putting enough water
in the tea kettle. (This is her step mother.) Now being cared for by her
grandfather and neighbours. Parents fined $20 & to keep the peace for
1 year.
The Neepawa Register Thur July 14, 1904
General News
Thos. Storey was killed by a yard engine at Winnipeg.
Born – Buchanan
In Neepawa on Wed July 6, 1904 to Mr. & Mrs. David Buchanan, a
daughter.
The Neepawa Register Thur July 21, 1904
Twenty Years Ago, From the Neepawa Canadian, July 24, 1884
John Buchanan had a house raising and plowing bee ... Jas. Buchanan
arrived last Saturday having ridden horse back from Yale, BC.
(This is the find of the century Bill! This is my mysterious great
great grandfather – Bessie Glen’s husband. He came back and lived with
his daughter he never knew “Maggie Matilda” [Mrs. Robt J. (Red Bob) Buchanan]
It’s the year my grandfather was born 1884. Yale isn’t quite the Klondike
[I understood he went to the Cariboo.] but he left Bessie for the West
in the early 1860s after Maggie was born in 1862. James died April 1900.
I’ve already sent his OBIT to you. – DP)
The Neepawa Register Thursday Sept 8, 1904
Riding Mountain
Mr Andrew Buchanan of Listowell, Ont. arrived in this district last
week.
The Neepawa Press Tues Sept 13, 1904
Riding Mountain
Geo Foulston is all smiles now. His wife [Irene Willerton] presented
him with a fine boy on Wed, last.
The Neepawa Register Thursday Sept 15, 1904
Born
On Sept 11 to Mr. and Mrs W. A. Watson a daughter. [This would be Gertrude
- Bill]
Riding Mountain
Mr J.A. Snider had the misfortune to break one of his legs and is therefore
unable to do any work. Last week the neighbors turned out with binders
and cut and stooked all his grain. It was an indication of the respect
in which Mr Snider is held as well as showing the kindness of his neighbors.
Town Talk
Mrs. George D. Merllses left for her home in Chicago on Thursday after
two months visit with her sister, Mrs. Mark Willerton.
The Neepawa Register Thur Nov 2, 1904
Twenty Years Ago – From the Neepawa Canadian 6 Nov 1884
Married – Monday Nov 3, 1884. Joshua Ritchie to Eliza J. Watson. Rev
Mr. Jukes performed the ceremony.
The Neepawa Register Thur Nov 17, 1904
Additional Locals
The death took place on Sunday of the two month old child of Mr. &
Mrs. R G Buchanan, Mountain View. The funeral was held Tuesday to the family
burying ground on Eden Road (Buchanan Cemetery/Rosedale Cemetery)
(Wm. McKone death also – big write-up)
Acton
Mr. Seth Potter has bought Mr. Adam Watson’s farm for $3500. Mr. Potter
has returned to his home in BC
20 Years Ago – Neepawa Canadian Thursday Nov 20, 1884
Franky Ralph aged 6 years lost the end of his little finger in the
fanning mill.
The Neepawa Register Thurs Nov 24, 1904
Additional Locals
Wm. Buchanan, formerly a blacksmith in town returned from the territories
on Tuesday, where he had spent the last several months. He reports conditions
fairly good in the west, although some of the more progressive towns are
rather at a standstill at present, mentioning Edmonton in particular, where
real estate has recently taken a drop of 25 per cent. At this latter place
also, applicants for work exceed the demand.
Richard Warren’s family was here in 1884.
The Neepawa Press Fri Nov 25, 1904
News of Neepawa
W.A. [William Andrew, the blacksmith] Buchanan returned from Edmonton
on Tuesday, where he spent the summer.
The Neepawa Press Tues Dec 6, 1904
Riding Mountain
David Buchanan is building a house on his homestead on 18-18-15 preparatory
to living there this winter. {I presume this is Sam & Mary's son, who
married a year previously - Bill]
The Neepawa Register Thurs Dec 8, 1904
Big story about Riding Mountain and what stores, doctors, etc. are
in town.
The Neepawa Register Thurs Dec 15, 1904
Large Obit for Wm. Graham of the Grahams who donated land for the cemetery.
The Neepawa Register Thursday Dec 22, 1904
Twenty Years Ago
Neepawa Canadian Dec 25, 1884
Jas. Watson and John Crawford will run for Reeveship of Rosedale.
(John Crawford won)
The Neepawa Press, Friday Jan 30, 1905
Death of Mr. Gardiner
Death has claimed another of the pioneers of this district in the person
of Mr. W.F. Gardiner, who passed away on Tuesday evening as the result
of an attack of hemorrhage of the stomach and pneumonia. The deceased had
reached his 71st year and was apparently quite hale and hearty until a
couple of months ago when an illness set in. He leaves a fakily of five
- two daughters and three sons - Mrs. H.G. McConnell and Mrs. D. H. (Hector)
McFadden, and James, W.H., and D. R. Gardiner, all of Neepawa and district.
He was born near Inniskillen, Ireland on August 1at, 1833, and emigrated
to Canada with his father and the rest of the family to Canada and settled
near the present town of Glencoe in West Middlesex, Ont. in 1844. In 1855
he married Elizabeth Bowe of Cartwright and after 35 years of pioneering
in the East came West and settled on a homestead in the Eden district in
1879. Here he remained until death removed his life's partner a short time
ago, and since then his home has been with his youngest son, D. R. Gardiner,
manufacturer, of this town. Being amongst the early pioneers of this district,
he was a member of the first county council of Beautiful Plains at the
organization, and since that time has always been more or less interested
in affairs municipal and governmental. As a member of the English Church,
a staunch Conservative, and an Orangeman for over 50 years, he aimed to
carry out to the best of his ability a true conception of his duty to God,
to his country and state. The funeral yesterday afternoon at 2:00 from
the residence of his son D. R. Gardiner to Riverside cemetery was largely
attended.
The Neepawa Press, Friday Oct. 6, 1905
News of Neepawa
Buchanan Bros. Have purchased from W. W. And J. A. Stevenson a 25 horse
power Port Huron traction engine with which to propel their threshing machine.
This is the second sale made this fall.
The Neepawa Press, Tues. Oct. 16, 1905
Birnie: Mr. Ramsay has sold his store to Mrs. R. Watson and Wm. Buchanan
of Neepawa. Mr. Watson and family have moved in and taken possession. Mr.
Ramsay and family have moved to the coast.
James Bare and David McFadyen are suffering from appendicitis.
Thos McKee SE 16-17-15 - 2 miles west of Birnie had all his buildings,
grain, feed, some poultry and animals burned on Thurs. Night. Frank Fouston
also lost a stack. They are believed to be of incendiary origin.
The Neepawa Press, Fri. Nov 10, 1905
Riding Mountain: Buchanan Bros. Will finish threshing in this settlement
today, having had a long season.
The Neepawa Press, Tues. Nov. 21, 1905
Town Council: Buchanan & McGillivray for 250 cords of wood to be
supplied to the power house, Neepawa, at $3.25 per cord.
The Neepawa Press, Friday Dec 1, 1905
Auction Sales: Chas. Buchanan, farm stock, implements and household
effects Dec 6. . Donaldson Auctioneer [Which Charles?]
The Neepawa Press, Tues. Dec. 12, 1905
News of Neepawa
Chas. Buchanan, who has been very ill, went to Neepawa hospital for
treatment last week.
The Neepawa Press, Friday Dec 15, 1905
Birnie: Fouston Bros. Store burned at about six o'clock Wed. Morning.
They lost everything, just time to save their lives.
The Neepawa Press, Friday Dec 22, 1905
News of Neepawa
Mrs. Thomas Buchanan of Rossburn came down on Wed. And together with
Mrs. Robert Buchanan proceeded to Newboro, Ont to visit former friends.
Neewin paning wa
The Neepawa Press Fri Jan 19, 1906
Garnet Clancey fell 50 feet down a well on their farm. Retrieved an
hour later, broken leg and internal injuries - not expected to live He
was being lowered in a bucket when the windlass broke.
The Neepawa Press, Friday Feb 9, 1906
News of Neepawa
A joint stock company with a capital of $50,000 in 500 shares of $100
each, to be known as "Neepawa Manufacturing Company" has been chartered
by the Provincial Government to do business in this province, with headquarters
in Neepawa. The provisional directors are D. Gardiner, Jas. Gardiner, Robert
Connell, John Wemyss, Jno. Crawford, J. H. Howden, and W. J. Hamilton.
This company has taken over the patents, premises and machinery of the
Gardiner Brothers, and will continue and extend the business.
The Neepawa Press, Tues. Feb 20, 1906
Riding Mountain: Born on the 16th to Mr. & Mrs. John Buchanan a
son.
The Neepawa Press, Tuesday March 27, 1906
News of Neepawa
Solomon Watson, of Riding Mountain, has been appointed magistrate of
that place instead of A. H. Scouten.
The Neepawa Press, Fri April 13, 1906
Birnie
Victor Buchanan, who had his leg broken the other day, is doing well.
The Neepawa Press, Fri April 20, 1906
Riding Mountain
James Mills, who has been one of the section men at this place and
Birnie ever since this branch was handed over to the C.N.R. Co. Has received
promotion to foremanship. He left here on Monday's train with his wife
and family for their new home at Pusam, Saskatchewan. (His wife was a Buchanan
or Watson - dp)
The Neepawa Press, Fri April 27, 1906
News of Neepawa
John S. (Long Johnny -dp) Buchanan, of Riding Mountain was a passenger
to Winnipeg on Wednesday. He is negotiating with oil men for a test on
his place.
The Neepawa Press, Tues May 1, 1906
News of Neepawa
Messrs. David Buchanan, Wm. Buchanan, Jas. Denny, Geo Andison, Dan
Smith, M. McDonad, and J. McLaren left on Friday for their homesteads 85
miles southwest of Saskatoon.
The Neepawa Press, Tues May 29, 1906
Ten Years Old
The Neepawa Press started Publishing May 28, 1896
The Neepawa Press, Tues June 5, 1906
News of Neepawa
J. J. Buchanan (should be J.S. - Long Johnny -dp) of Riding Mountain
was in town last week. He says the mineral and oil indications up there
are of the most encouraging nature and development work will begin at once.
The Neepawa Press, Friday June 8, 1906
News of Neepawa
Lawrence Buchanan of Strathclair was a patient in Neepawa hospital.
The Neepawa Press, Friday June 29, 1906
Born
In Neepawa on June 25th to Mr. and Mrs. David McLarty, a son.
The Neepawa Press, Tuesday July 3, 1906
News of Neepawa
Samuel Buchanan is the winner of the pair of shoes given away by J.
Tritt for the nearest guess to the number of shoes sold in his store in
June. Sam guessed 280. Mr. Tritt sold 278 pairs.
The Neepawa Press, Friday July 17, 1906
Bad Birnie Bunch
The little village of Birnie, situated on the C.N.R. fifteen miles
north of Neepawa has in its short history of three years earned a most
unenviable reputation. Inciendiarism and theft have been so common that
no man feels secure in his possessions, while drunken brawls and human
debauchery have been so prevalent that decent people in the community have
to be constantly on their guard to avoid assault or insult. Four fires
occurred in a year, one man reports the loss of 17 head of cattle; while
hay, harness, and wood have disappeared mysteriously from different quarters.
No efforts have here-to-fore been made by either the authorities or
the residents to apprehend the desperados. There has been negligence on
one hand and terror on the other. But at last the law has been set in motion.
Three men were arrested on Sunday, and another on Monday and locked up
in Neepawa to await trial. The charges are rape, arson, illegal liquor
selling, and several minor offences. Enquiry was going on all day yesterday
before Magistrate Gordon behind closed doors. Those under arrest are Sam
Buchanan, Jno. McPhail, David McFadyen and H. Hale. [Which Sam Buchanan
is this?]
McFadyen and McPhail have been committed to stand trial at the assizes
for rape. Their victim is a girl of 14 named Hutchison.
Other cases are to proceed on Thursday.
The Neepawa Press, Friday July 20, 1906
The Birnie Bunch is being gradually rounded up. Several more arrests
have been made and others are under surveillance. Mrs. Hartford was locked
up yesterday for intimidating witnesses and Cyrille Laurence is in safe
keeping as an important witness. No hearing has yet been fixed for H. Hale,
the alleged incendiary. S. Buchanan, charged with assault is further remanded
until Monday. Detective Jackson has been busy since Saturday night hunting
up evidence and he feels now that he has a complete chain.
Miss Kate Buchanan left on Tues for Brandon, where she has secured employment.
The Neepawa Press, Friday July 24, 1906
RUNNING THEM IN
Little by little - slowly but surely the lawless band that has been
the terror of Birnie residents for the past two years or more - is being
drawn into the meshes of the law. Arrest after arrest and confession after
confession have followed each other day after day until there are eight
persons arraigned for different offences. And the end is not yet. As previously
reported David McFadyen and John McPhail are committed for rape. Mrs. Hartford
is held on a charge of intimidating witnesses. H. Hale, F. W. Hatch, and
Sam Buchanan are charged with arson. Tom McKee has confessed to stealing
hay from Denoon Bros, and goes to jail for six months. Ed Hartford is charged
with stealing a pair of sleighs belonging to Geo. A. Dinwoody. The trial
of Buchanan comes on today at 10 o'clock and that of Hartford at 3 o'clock.
Both are out on bail.
It is understood that the prosecution has evidence connecting one or
the other of the parties under arrest with the burning of Foulston's store,
the Higgins residence, Mr. Crawford's wood, and Nels. Ireland's stable,
also with the attempt to burn Nels. Jackson's buildings. All are said to
be traceable to the same source of instigation with different agents of
execution.
The Neepawa Press, Friday July 27, 1906
SIX COMMITMENTS
The results of a ten days campaign in Birnie district by Marshall Jackson
of the provincial detective service, are two commitments for rape, three
of arson and one for stealing. He might have continued and gathered in
a few more, but it was considered inexpedient to do so. The Portage la
Prairie jail is crowded, and there is a heavy crop in the district to be
reaped. After the assizes, when the present jailbirds are liberated or
transferred to the penitentiary he may come again. In the mentime, Detective
Jackson will look for Todd the Brandon abortionist, while other eyes that
never sleep will keep watch on Birnie.
Detective Jackson did clever work in rounding up the Birnie gang. He has got clues to every fire and many thefts and other crimes committed in the neighbourhood in the past two years; and unless justice fails or mercy intervenes, there will be sensational revelations at the assizes. Whatever the outcome, the detective has done his duty, and performed a work of enduring good for the community in exposing (if not in breaking up) the worst gang of criminals that has infested any part of this province.
As reported last week, John McPhail and David McFadyen have been committed to jail to await trial at the assizes for rape of a girl under the age of 14.
H. Hale, F. W. Hatch and Sam Buchanan were committed for trial for burning Foulston's store and Ireland's stable. Hale and Hatch must stay in jail while Buchanan is out on bail.
Tom McKee has been sent down for six months for stealing hay from the Denoons. He was caught in the act last winter but was not prosecuted for several reasons - principally because the Denoons were threatened with something worse if they took action. McKee made a novel proposition to the magistrate to retain his liberty. He said his wife suggested the hay stealing and went with him. She should go to jail rather than him and she was willing to do so while he might provide for the children. But the magistrate could not entertain the proposition and Thomas wept.
The charge against Mrs. Hartford of intimidating witnesses - trying to prevent the Hutchison girls from giving evidence - was not prosecuted. It stands in abeyance.
There was no prosecution of Ed Hartford who was charged with stealing a pair of sleighs. The sleighs have been returned to Mr. Dinwoody, the rightful owner.
Sam Buchanan was fined $20 for assaulting Mary Hutchison.
The Neepawa Press, Tues Aug 21, 1906
News of Neepawa
Alarm was given at midnight on Sunday of the mysterious disappearance
of Roy, the 10 year old son of Mr. And Mrs. D. R. Gardiner. No trace of
him could be found. In the subsequent search he was located at the residence
of his uncle, Adam Watson, 6 miles northeast of town.
The Neepawa Press, Fri Aug 31, 1906
News of Neepawa
R. J. Buchanan and Dan McGillivray took out from Wigmore, on Wed. One
of the American Abell Co's "Advance" threshing machines. The work of this
machine will be appreciated by farmers who are anxious to have their threshing
done in a hurry.
The Neepawa Press, Tues. Sept 4, 1906
Ten Years Ago
Jas. Willerton and Mary Coulter married Sept 2.
The Neepawa Press, Tues. Sept 11, 1906
Vengeance on Denham
Thos. Denham of Birnie was up before Magistrate Gordon yesterday charged
with stealing wood and was charged $10.00 or 21 days in jail. This case
id s the outcome of recent prosecutions for rape, incendiarism, etc, the
culprits in the former cases getting back at Denham for his aid to authorities
in ferreting out the crimes. Mr. Denham admits taking a few sticks of wood
to finish his load and having told the owner of it; but as he did not replace
the wood nor pay for it, he was made to pay the penalty of a theft.
The Neepawa Press, Fri Oct 19, 1906
News of Neepawa
The land-seekers excursion over the C.N.R. to Edmonton arranged ny
the Kane Land Company was taken advantage of by 26 residents of the Neepawa
district. Mr. A.E. Kellington, the local agent of the Kane Land Company
in charge of the party: J.S. Buchanan, R. G. Buchanan, Robert Currie, Jas.
Campbell, Geo. Digby, W. Freeman, Geo. Forsyth, Brock Graham, Wm. Headson,
Dave Headson, A. Minty, A. Milligan, Jno. Miller, Jas. McGillivray, J.
McKee, Hugh McLevan, Wm. McKone, Ben Phillips, Jas. Poole, Geo. Stewart,
Geo. Willerton, Gus Wood, Arch Wood, and Robert Whitehead.
The Neepawa Press, Tues. Oct 30, 1906
News of Neepawa
Messrs. B. Graham, Jno. S. Buchanan, and others who went to Edmonton
on a land seeking expedition returned on Monday.
Constable Johnson went to Portage la Prairie yesterday to give evidence in the rape and arson cases against the Birnieites.
The Neepawa Press, Fri Nov 2, 1906
News of Neepawa
So much time has been taken upwith the Grobb case that the Birnieites
have not yet been placed on trial at the Portage assizes.
The Neepawa Press, Tues Nov 13, 1906
ALL ARE GUILTY
Trial of the several Birnie residents at the Portage la Prairie assizes
has resulted in the conviction of Sam Buchanan, F. W. Hatch, and H. Hale
for arson, Jno. McPhail and D. McFadyen for rape, and Mrs. Hartford for
intimidating witnesses. The latter was fined 25. Sentences on the others
have not yet been imposed.
The Neepawa Press Tues Nov 13, 1906
Donaldson's Sale Register William Watson - Nov 14 at 1 o'clock - horses,
colts, cattle, and implements. Two miles from Riding Mountain station.
Usual terms, lunch served before sale (postponed to Nov 28 because of heavy
snow.)
Jno McGillivray lived on NW 27-14-16
Hugh McGillivray lived 6 miles NW of Neepawa
The Neepawa Press Fri Nov 16, 1906
Our information on Tues that all the Bernieites were found guilty at
the assizes was a little more than the truth. The trial of D. B. McFadyen
was postponed.
News of Neepawa
Sentences imposed on the Birnie residents at the Portage la Prairie
assizes were: Sam Buchanan: 7 years, F.W. Hatch: 1 year, and Jno McPhail:
15 months in penitentiary. H. Hale will serve three years in reformatory,
The trial of D. McFadyen was postponed until spring assizes and he is meantime
out on bail. The sentence on S. Buchanan is for the burning of Ireland's
stable. The charge of burning Foulston's store will be tried at the spring
assizes.
The Neepawa Press Tues Nov 20, 1906
World Wide News
Hubert Hale, upon whose evidence Sam Buchanan was adjudged guilty of
arson at the Portage la Prairie assizes last week and sent to the penitentiary,
has made a declaration that his evidence was false. Also that Detective
Jackson promised him immunity from punishment and an engagement as a spotter
at $50 per month for swearing falsely against Buchanan. The affidavit has
been laid before Attorney-General Campbell.
The Neepawa Press Fri Nov 23, 1906
News of Neepawa
Detective Jackson denies the charge made in H. Hale's affidavit that
he bribed him to swear falsely against Sam Buchanan.
The Neepawa Press Fri Jan 18, 1907
Mountain View
Rosedale (Methodist) church Sunday School officers were: Superintendent
Peter Smith, Ass't Superintendent Adam Watson, Sec Treasurer Jas McLaughlin,
Librarian A.A. Smith, Teachers Mrs. McRae, Nellie Buchanan, Millie McLaughlin,
Jno Smith, Edward Roberts, and Adam Watson. Asst Teachers Minnie Graham,
Flossie Coulter, and Frank Keeling.
The Neepawa Press Tues Jan 22, 1907
News of Neepawa
The remains of David McFadyen who died at Revelstoke, BC arrived here
on Saturday and were interred in Neepawa Cemetery (Buried 21 Jan 1907 Lot
155 Block B He died in Kamloops, BC of an appendix attack - DP) [I'm not
sure who he is - Bill]
The Neepawa Press Fri Feb 8, 1907
Auction
Sam Buchanan 4 miles north of Neepawa on Eden Road, farm stock, implements,
etc. Date to be announced later.
Andrew Buchanan lived on 20-17-14
John S. "Long Johnny" lived on 10-18-15 -DP
The Neepawa Press Tues Feb 19, 1907
News of Neepawa
page 4 col 3
R. J. Coulter returned last week from the Pacific coast. And is so
favorably impressed that he is going back to stay.
The Neepawa Press Tues Feb 26, 1907
News of Neepawa
William Watson of Riding Mountain met with a peculiar accident the
other day. While he and a neighbor were cutting down trees last Thursday.
Mr. Watson put his axe against a tottering tree to shove it a certain direction.
While his arm was in that position the axe of the other wood chopper struck
it cutting a deep gash in it at the elbow. Mr. Watson came to Neepawa and
had the limb dressed by Dr. McInnis and will be alright in a few days.
The Neepawa Press Fri March 15, 1907
News of Neepawa
D..R. Gardiner went to Winnipeg on Wednesday. He was accompanied by
his son Allan who has secured a position in the city.
The Neepawa Press Tues March 19, 1907
News of Neepawa
- Sam Buchanan 4 miles north on the Eden road has posters out announcing
his auction sale for April 3rd - J A Dempsey Auctioneer
- Bertha Jane Watson, the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Adam Watson
of Neepawa passed away last Tuesday at Atwood, Ontario, where Mrs. Watson
was visiting. The child, which was aged 9 months and 26 days died of bronchitis
and was only ill a short time. The remains were brought home to Neepawa
and interred yesterday in Rosedale Cemetery. The parents have they sympathy
of all in the passing of their little daughter under such especially sad
circumstances.
The Neepawa Press Fri March 22, 1907
Married
At the residence of the bride's father, Rosedale, on Wed March 20,
1907 by Rev. R. Francis Hall, Miss Isabel Buchanan and Walter Hunter of
Langford.
News of Neepawa
Leaving today for a Salvation Army gathering were: W. Witter, A. Witter,
J. Coulter, Mr. amd Mrs. Maurice Habkirk and Mrs. Reece, and Mrs Cummings
The Neepawa Press Fri March 22, 1907
News of Neepawa
Dr. Poole was summoned to Portage la Prairie on Tues to testify as
to the death of D.B. McFadyen who was under bonds to appear for trial.
It was necessary to prove the death of the accused in order to release
his bondsmen.
The Neepawa Press, Friday, March 29, 1907
Mountain View
A very happy event took place on Wednesday, March 20 at the home of
Robert Buchanan, when their eldest daughter Isabel was united in the holy
bonds of matrimony to Mr. Walter Hunter of Langford. The nuptial knot was
tied by the Rev. R. Francis Hall of Neepawa. The bride entered the parlor
leaning on the arm of her father, who gave her away. Miss Lizzie Buchanan,
sister of the bride, who was also becomingly attired, performed the duties
of bridesmaid, while Mr. Hunter, brother of the groom performed the duty
of groomsman.
After the usual congratulations had been extended to the happy couple,
the guests numbering about 60, sat down to a sumptuous repast, to which
all did ample justice. The bride received many valuable and useful presents,
which testify of the high esteem in which she is held. Your correspondent
joins in wishing the happy couple a long and prosperous journey through
life.
The Neepawa Press Tues April 2, 1907
News of Neepawa
Miss Kate Buchanan came out from Brandon to renew acquaintences and
visit her parents in Elphinstone. [I presume this refers to the daughter
of John James and Isabella Campbell Buchanan - Bill]
Robert Buchanan left on Wed for his homestead south of Battleford,
SK. [I won't try to guess on this one, there are too many possibilities
- Bill ]
The Neepawa Press Tues April 16, 1907
News of Neepawa
Died by the Way
A young man, apparently about 30 years of age, short in stature, with
dark hair and light moustache lies dead at Simpson's undertaking rooms.
Letters found on his person indicate that his name is Hugh Hazelden, son
of Isaac Hazelden, of Seaton, Devon, England and that his people are well-to-do.
From information gleaned by the Press, he has been working at Riding
Mountain during the winter and was in town on Saturday with the men he
had been engaged with. They had imbibed rather copiously of the particular
brand of booze for which the town is famous, and started home in the middle
of the afternoon. When out about four miles Hazelden became so ill he asked
to be taken into Mr. S. Buchanan's and kept overnight. But as her husband
was not home and she was alone, Mrs. Buchanan objected, but said that he
might stay in the granary until Mr. Buchanan came. This was done. Mr. Hazelden
was taken into the house about 8 pm and remained there until Monday morning.
He assured Mr. and Mrs. Buchanan on Sunday that he felt alright but would
not eat anything. He drank a great deal of water, however. On Monday
morning he asked to be brought into town and preparations were being made
to that end when he fell over dead.
The coroner and undertaker were advised and the body was brought in
during the afternoon. The attorney-general's department has been notified
and the body is being held awaiting instructions as to its disposition
and advisability of holding an inquest.
The Neepawa Press Friday 31 May, 1907
Riding Mountain
Lou Williams sustained a serious loss from prairie fire, which burned
a fine frame stable on a farm recently bought from S. J. Watson. Mr. Watson
also losing the loft full of feed which was in the stable. The loss sustained
amounts to about $350.00
News of Neepawa
Geo Willerton is moving to homestead at Battleford, Sask.
Alex Alan sr. went to Glensmith to visit his son Robert.
The Neepawa Press Tuesday July 16, 1907
News of Neepawa
J. J. Buchanan came down from Elphinstone to take part in the Orange
celebration.
(the grain buyer, son "Thomas" - DP)
Mrs. Robert Buchanan of Buchanan, Sask came in to visit her sister,
Mrs. John Crawford. Hayden Crawford returned to Buchanan, Sask. with his
aunt. (The women were Broughtens from Arden - DP)
R. G. Buchanan lived at 25-15-15
The Neepawa Press Friday August 2, 1907
News of Neepawa
Mrs. W.H. Caresfoot of Stoughton, Sask, is spending a few days with
her niece Mrs. A Snider. (Who was she? Mrs. A. Snider was Jas. Watson's
daughter, I thought - DP)
The Neepawa Press Friday 31 May, 1907
News of Neepawa
How is this for young Manitoba and the redemption of Birnie's reputation?
Nine little kids tramped to Riding Mopuntain to play a return game of baseball
- the oldest only 13 years, the youngest 7 years. When they got there the
other kids wouldn't play and they got nothing to eat, 14 miles on such
roads. The names are as follows: Jimmie McFadyen, captain, 12 years old;
Joe McKee, 10; Bert Moore, 12; Joe Ames, 13; Neil McIntyre, 10; Victor
Buchanan, 10; Earle Moore, 7 and Noble Moore, 8.
Best crops in 20 years, no harvest help.
The Neepawa Press Friday Sept 20, 1907
News of Neepawa
David and Wm. Buchanan returned on Wednesday from their homesteads
south of Battleford and report excellent crops without damage in their
settlement.
The Neepawa Press Friday Oct 11, 1907
News of Neepawa
The town had the restriction of liquor since March 1888. Friday Oct
11, 1907 it was finally lifted, Neepawa is no longer a dry town. The boards
were immediately taken off the Hotel Hamilton.
The Neepawa Press Fri October 18, 1907
Died
At Riding Mountain, on Oct 16th, Evelyn May, eldest daughter of Mr.
& Mrs. Solomon Watson, aged 8 years 2 months and 13 days.
News of Nepawa
A ten year old daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Solomon Watson died suddenly
and unexpectedly at Riding Mountain Wednesday morning.
The Neepawa Press Friday Oct 18, 1907
News of Neepawa
A ten year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Solomon Watson died suddenly
and unexpectedly at Riding Mountain on Wed morning.
Died
At Riding Mountain on Oct 16, 1907 Evelyn May, eldest daughter of Mr.
and Mrs. Solomon Watson, aged 8 years, 2 mo. and 13 days.
The Neepawa Press Friday Oct 25, 1907
Riding Mountain
The entire family of Mr. and Mrs. David McLarty have been afflicted
by diphtheria but Dr. Rogers of Kelwood has prevented fatal results.
The Neepawa Press Friday Nov 1, 1907
Riding Mountain
Mrs. Solomon Watson has decided to remove her remaining four small
children to Neepawa owing to a case of diphtheria now at Riding Mountain.
The Neepawa Press Friday Nov 8, 1907
Birnie
Robert Watson is thinking of giving up store keeping. We will be very
sorry to lose him.
The Neepawa Press Friday Nov 15, 1907
Birnie
Robert Watson is selling off his stock and going out of business.
Mrs. Watson is visiting her son Robert Watson of the store. [Jane Buchanan
Watson? - Bill]
Riding Mountain
David McLarty's family has recovered from their illness.
Wellington Ames is threshing at Wm. Watson's.
The Neepawa Press Tuesday Nov 26, 1907
News of Neepawa
James Buchanan has moved from his farm near town to another near Birnie.
The Neepawa Press Tuesday Dec 31, 1907
Double Wedding
There was a grand double wedding at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Robert
Buchanan of Mountain View on Christmas day when two of their daughters
were united in the bonds of matrimony with two of the most deserving young
men of the settlement. The contracting parties were Jas. V. McLaughin and
Mary Ellen Buchanan; Arthur A. Smith and Margaret Hester Buchanan. Rev.
A.L. Mason former pastor of Rosedale Church performed the ceremony in the
presence of a limited number of invited guests and the young couples received
showers of good wishes from all present, in whose midst they propose residing.
The Neepawa Press Tuesday Jan 7, 1908
Marriage
On Jan 1st at the residence of Jas Graham, Neepawa by the Rev. A. McLean,
Mary Graham to William Smith of Neepawa. [Two other sources give the date
as 25 March 1908]
News of Neepawa
Geo Willerton went west on Monday to reside on his homestead near Battleford.
The Neepawa Press Tuesday Jan 21, 1908
News of Neepawa
J.W. Newton of Wellwood was a passenger to Dauphin on Monday. He went
to attend the funeral of his daughter, Mrs. W.R. Buchanan, who died there
on Sunday.
[Which W. R. Buchanan was this? - Bill]
The Neepawa Press Tuesday March 3, 1908
News of Neepawa
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Buchanan of Buchanan, Sask arrived on Saturday
to visit her sister, Mrs. John Crawford. [I think these are the Broughten
girls Darlene mentions. - Bill]
The Neepawa Press Fri March 27, 1908
News of Neepawa
Mrs. Jas. H Coulter, NE 7, 16, 15 is offering a fine bunch of horses
and cattle besides an extensive farming outfit and household effects at
her sale on Monday next.
The Neepawa Press Friday March 27, 1908
Riding Mountain
It was decided at a meeting of ratepayers here to accept the offer
of a school site of one acre from J.S. (Long Johnny) Buchanan for $150
and to build a two-story frame schoolhouse with a stone basement.
The parlor social held at D. T. Watson's was well attended and an enjoyable
time spent.
News of Neepawa
A pretty wedding was solemnized at the home of Jas Graham, Neepawa,
on Wed evening March 25, when his daughter Minnie was united in marriage
to Mr. Wm. Smith. The bride was assisted by her sister, Miss Lizzie Graham,
while the groom was ably supported by Mr. Clancey of Neepawa. Both young
people are well-known in the district and the number of guests testify
to their popularity. After a sumptuous wedding dinner, the evening
was spent in music and dancing. [See also the January 7, 1908 article.
Which date is right? - Bill]
The Neepawa Press March 31, 1908
Mr. & Mrs. Rich McCracken and family left on Monday for their new
home at Oliver, Sask.
The Neepawa Press Fri April 3, 1908
Birnie Briefs
The death took place recently of the daughter of J Buchanan. The funeral
was conducted by the Rev J Davey and Rev Mr. Hall at Rosedale Cemetery.
The Neepawa Press Friday April 3, 1908
Birnie Briefs
The death took place recently of a daughter of J. Buchanan. The funeral
was conducted by Rev. J. Daney and Rev. Mr. Hall at Rosedale Cemetery.
[This would be Clara Mary Buchanan, who died March 29, 1908. - Bill]
The Neepawa Press Friday April 10, 1908
Died
At Birnie on March 29, 1908, Clara Mary, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jas.
Buchanan, aged 11 years and 6 months.
The Neepawa Press Tues April 14, 1908
News of Neepawa
F.W. Hatch formerly of Birnie, is shipping a carload of effects this
week from his old home to Saskatoon. ("Bad Birnie Bunch" - dp)
The Neepawa Press Tues June 2, 1908
News of Neepawa
The Riding Mountain oil well boring has gone down to a depth of about
350 feet.
("Long Johnny" was the head of this on his land. No oil in the end.
- dp)
The Neepawa Press Tues June 9, 1908
Birnie
Mr. Robert Watson has disposed of his store to Mr. Anson Turner. We
regret that Mr. and Mrs. Watson are leaving Birnie. They go to Roskeen,
where Mr. Watson owns a farm.
News of Neepawa
At a printing of electors was Chas, Jasper 13-14-14, David Buchanan
28-25-15, Wm Buchanan 28-15-15, Geo McClay 28-15-15, W. J. Ash 1-15-16,
Wm Coulter 7-16-15
The Neepawa Press Tues 23 June 1908
News of Neepawa
G. W. Foulston of Donegal, Ont is visiting his sons here before returning
east.
(Jennie Foulston Watson's dad -dp) [He is the father of George Foulston
who married Irene Willerton and of Mary Jane Foulston who married Adam
Watson. - Bill ]
The Neepawa Press Fri July 31, 1908
Born
In Rosedale on August 29 to Mr. and Mrs. John E. Crawford a daughter.
(Buchanan wife -dp)
The Neepawa Press Fri August 14, 1908
Local News
W.E.D. Coulter of Canora, Sask was brought to Neepawa Hospital yesterday.
He suffered an injury to his spine by a fall recently and was in such a
critical condition that he died at the hospital door. [Would this be the
same as William Edgar Coulter "of Stelcam, Sask"? Probably not as Bill
Coulter lived to marry and have two children. - Bill]
The Neepawa Press Tues August 18, 1908
Rosedale Council
The clerk was directed to lay the condition of S. Buchanan's family
before the department of justice. (Sam is in jail - dp)
News of Neepawa
Dave Gardiner is said to be in a critical condition with blood poisoning.
His trouble started with a slight abrasion of the chin by his barber about
a week ago. The sore was reopened last Saturday and by Monday had become
very painful. It was then realized how serious the apparently insignificant
scratch had become and medical treatment began. Yesterday his face
and body were greatly swollen and it was feared that his recovery was very
doubtful. (See obit in big book 25 Aug 1908 -dp)
The Neepawa Press Friday October 30, 1908
World Wide News
The postponed police court case of McLarty vs. Watson again came up
before Magistrate McGill yesterday afternoon, when a mass of evidence was
offered by both sides and after a complete hearing, Watson was assessed
$10 to pay for the dog which he had shot and taxed the costs. [I don't
know which McLarty and which Watson but I presume they were both related
to us in some way. - Bill]
The Neepawa Press Friday November 13, 1908
News of Neepawa
For fresh milk cows and fat steers be at J. S. Buchanan's sale on Wed,
Nov 18.
T. Donaldson auctioneer.
The Neepawa Press Tues November 17, 1908
News of Neepawa
Mrs D.R. Gardiner and her mother Mrs. Watson and son Carman left for
the coast to spend the winter.
J. S Buchanan's sale at Riding Mountain tomorrow.
The Neepawa Press Tues Feb 3, 1909
News of Neepawa
Solomon Watson & Jos. Willerton went down to Winnipeg on Saturday’s
train. Mr. Watson is the plaintiff in a civil suit to be heard there.
Riding Mountain
Solomon Watson has returned from Winnipeg, where he was successful
in his suit against a livestock insurance company there. Jos. Willerton
accompanied him.
Jno. Buchanan is occupying Howard Kitson’s house this winter.
The Neepawa Press Tuesday Feb 16, 1909
John Buchanan, one of the early settlers here, and a brother of Samuel
Buchanan of town, died yesterday at the residence of his son-in-law Dan
McGillivray, on the correction line. Deceased was 68 (78 - DP) years of
age and came from Elma, County of Perth, Ont. He is survived by 7 children
- Mrs. J Hamilton; Mrs. Caithness (Keating -DP); Mrs. W. Ash; Mrs. Dan
McGillivray; Robert; James, & William. The funeral will take place
to Riverside Cemetery at 1:30 pm on Wednesday afternoon. (This is
incorrect - stone for John & Isabella is in Rosedale Cemetery (Buchanan
Cemetery, R.M. of Rosedale) - DP)
ARTICLE FROM NEEPAWA PRESS ABOUT SAMUEL BUCHANAN
(Written in 1912, but I don't have the exact date)
Samuel Buchanan who was the second man to settle in the Neepawa District,
just locating a year after Mr. Graham.
Mr. Buchanan was born in the North of Ireland 83 years ago (1829) and
in l847 emigrated to Ontario, locating at Perth. During the next 23 years
he lived chiefly in Ontario, although he made 2 trips to California and
Nevada where he worked as a miner and lumberjack.
In 1878 he came west and securing a wagon and a team of oxen at Winnipeg,
made a prospecting trip of 3 weeks, during which time he saw plenty of
land, but thought none so good as that which he still owns 4 miles North
of town (Neepawa).
Then, the nearest railroad was about 300 miles away, at Fisher's Landing.
In 1882 he was joined by Mrs. Buchanan and family, and by that time the
C. P, P. was constructed as far as Carberry.
In the early days elk were abundant here and the prairie chickens could
be counted by the thousands, so that there was no lack of food. However,
for the first few years there was no store closer than Portage La Prairie
and prices were very high. The first store to locate in Neepawa was owned
by Hamilton and Davidson, one of the partners now being mayor of the town.
When Mrs. Buchanan and family came west, Mr. Buchanan had a half section
and his oldest son, being of age, homesteaded a quarter and purchased another
at a dollar an acre. For the half section, which was then worth a dollar
an acre, an offer of $17,000 cash was refused last fall, 1911.
In the days before the coming of the M. and N. W. railway, grain had
to be hauled to Carberry, and only about 40 cents a bushel was received
for it. Today 1912, with a market almost at the door about 90 cents a bushel
is received for similar grain.
In 1885, the year of the rebellion, good prices were received for grain
and produce; Mr. Buchanan getting $l.00 a bushel for his potatoes that
year.
Mr. Buchanan always had great faith in the Province and believes that
there is still no better land for the man who has good health and is willing
to work.
About 1856 Mr. Buchanan married Mary Watson, and together they are
in wonderfully good health. 7 children born of the marriage are alive today
1912, there being 1 daughter Mrs. Jas. Graham, and 6 sons, John, James,
Samuel, William, Robert, and David. There are 35 grandchildren.
The old people do not live on the farm now, but own 5 acres across
the tracks from the C.P.R. station where they keep a cow and some chickens
and take life easily.
Mr. Buchanan is a firm believer in individual rights; also the duty
of the individual to defend his rights. When C. P.R.. employees attempted
to construct the Y on his property before he was paid for it, Mr. Buchanan
came forth with a gun and ordered them to desist and they did. He contended
that before be could get on a C.P.R. train he had to pay his way, or if
he got on and did not pay his way he was promptly put off. Hence he claimed
and exercised the same powers. The C.P.R. paid for his land before building
the track.
This incident gives a fair index of the sturdy, fearless and straight
forward character of the man. He toadies to nobody; respects all who are
entitled to respect; gives and demands a square deal; and is an ever-ready
helper to those in need.
The Neepawa Press - Tuesday Nov 2, 1915
HENRY GILBERDS
DIED
In Neepawa on Sunday Oct 31, 1915 Henry Gilberds aged 75 years 17 days.
Interment took place to Riverside Cemetery yesterday. Deceased was a skilled
mechanic and was active in the execution of work until quite recently.
He leaves a widow and one son.
The Neepawa Press - Tuesday Nov 9, 1915
Mrs. Gilberds desires to thank all who assisted in the caring of her
late husband in his fatal ilness and who have comforted her in her bereavement.
(- 2nd husband of Elizabeth "Bessie" Glen Buchanan
Page 3-1 of Buchanan Family Tree Book - DP)
The Neepawa Press Tuesday July 25, 1916
News of Neepawa
Wm. Gilberts (A late resident of Neepawa) was found dead in his room
at the Occidental Hotel in Winnipeg on Friday last, and his son Lee went
to the city at once to attend to the obsequies. Deceased had been engaged
o the new waterworks aqueduct construction and was not known to have any
ailment. He was a widower about 45 years of age.
(This has to be one of the seven children?? Unless he was only Henry’s
son. Lee was the grandson Bessie & Henry Gilberts helped raise. - DP)
The Neepawa Press Tuesday April 3, 1917
Death of Mrs. Buchanan
Still another of the pioneer women of this district passed away last
Friday morning, in the person of Mrs. Isabel Buchanan, widow of the late
Jno. Buchanan, who died about 8 years ago. The funeral on Sunday from the
residence of her daughter, Mrs. Dan McGillivray, to Buchanan cemetery,
was largely attended by a wide circle of relatives and acquaintances, all
of whom remember her as a cheerful and loyal friend under all circumstances.
Deceased was born at Prescott, Ontario, on Jan. 17, 1837, and was aged
80 years, 2 months and 13 days. She came to Manitoba with her husband 37
years ago and had continuously resided here. She leaves three sons - William,
at Stettler, Alberta; Jas. G. and Robert of this vicinity - also four daughters
- Mrs. Jno. Hamilton, of Tisdale, Sask, Mrs. W. J. Ash, of Edrans, Mrs.
Jno. Keating, of Edmonton, Alberta, and Mrs. Dan McGillivray, of Stony
Creek. She was a sister of the late Jas. Watson, and of Mrs. Sam Buchanan,
of Rosedale. A brother, William, resides at Plumas, and another, George,
near Edmonton, Alberta.
The Neepawa Press - Tuesday Sept 7, 1920
MARRIED:
On Wednesday Sept 1, at the home of the bride's parents by Rev. T.F.
Heeney of Eden, Mr. Richard McKee Buchanan son of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Buchanan
of Orange Ridge to Miss Mary Alice Elizabeth, youngest daughter of Mr.
and Mrs. Thomas Birch of Birnie.
The Neepawa Press Friday June 16, 1922
Widow of Late S Buchanan Dies [i.e. Mary Watson Buchanan]
Death claimed another of the old pioneers on Wednesday last in the
person of Mrs. Samuel Buchanan, widow of the late Samuel Buchanan, who
died in the home of her son Robert G. in her 82nd year.
The deceased lady was born at Prescott, Ont. and came to Manitoba
in 1882, sharing the hardships incidental to pioneer life. She was of a
pleasant disposition, always cheerful and never complaining. Her husband
predeceased her about 8 years ago. Since then she has lived in B.C. with
her son David, in Neepawa, and lately with R.G. Buchanan of Rosedale.
She leaves six sons and one daughter. they are John S and Samuel of
Pleasantdale, Sask, David and William H. of B.C., James of Birtle, Robert
G or]f Rosedale, and Mrs. Jas. Graham of Neepawa.
The funeral services took place yesterday at Rosedale church and interment
in Rosedale Cemetery.
The Neepawa Press Tues April 22, 1930
Mrs. Gilberts Celebrates Birthday [Bessie Glen Buchanan Gilberts]
At her home on Thursday, Mrs. Bessie Gilberts was the honoured personnage
of a surprise party, it being the occasion of her 89th birthday. During
the afternoon and evening many friends called to congratulate her. Refreshments
were served. The convenors of this happy event were: Mrs. A Grasby, Mrs.
N Ashby, Mrs. James Strohman, Mrs. Gowing, Mrs. W Bazuk.
On April 17, 1841, Mrs. Gilberts was born in Omma [Omagh]
Ireland and when a child came to Perth County Ont. with her parents and
moved to Manitoba later. Her husband, a carpenter [Henry Gilberts] died
here 15 years ago. Neepawa has been her home for about 35 years. She has
3 children living, 5 dead. Also has 22 grandchildren and 34 great grandchildren.
Mrs. Gilberts retains an active mind and an excellent memory, being able
to recall many experiences minutely. [No mention is made of her earlier
marriage and abandonment by James Buchanan.]
11 July 1930
Alfred Willerton died 19 July 1929. Memorium from mother, Pearle, Wilfred
& John.
The Neepawa Press Tuesday 2 Sept 1930
Town Council
A communication from the social welfare commission of Winnipeg regarding
the liability of the town for relief to the James Buchanan family was discussed
but no action was taken. [This would be the family of James G. Buchanan,
the deaf mute, I believe. - Bill]
The Neepawa Press Tues Sept 9, 1930
News of Neepawa
Mrs. Farrell, Miss Jennie and Howard Wolf, night editor of the Free
Press, Winnipeg were week end guests at the home of Mrs. Farrell brother
Wm. Batters.
The Neepawa Press Tuesday Sept 30, 1930
Births in Neepawa Hospital
Mr. & Mrs. Allan Willerton, Neepawa on Sept 21, a son (Clinton
– DP)
The Neepawa Press Friday Oct 3, 1930
Arden Advices
Mrs. T Storey and Mrs. McDonald motored to Winnipeg on Tuesday. Mrs.
Storey at attend the marriage of her daughter Miss Mae to Laverne Graham
(formerly of Arden) which took place n Winnipeg on Oct 2nd.
The Neepawa Press Friday Oct 10, 1930
News of Neepawa
Severe burns on the hands and face caused by the explosion of gasoline
vapour resulted in the death of Norman Buchanan, 16 year old son of Mr.
& Mrs. R G Buchanan in Neepawa Hospital Thursday morning. The deceased
with his father and brother Bert, aged 14, were about to obtain fuel for
a motor car at the home 5 miles north of Neepawa on Tuesday night. A lantern
was carried and when the gasoline was about to be poured, the explosion
ensued. Mr. Buchanan had his hands badly burned and Bert one hand. Norman’s
funeral is to be held this afternoon from Rosedale church at 2:30. Interment
at Rosedale cemetery.
The Neepawa Press Tuesday Oct 14, 1930
Mrs. Dan McGillivray Passes [Annie Elizabeth Buchanan]
The death of Mrs. Daniel McGillivray occurred on Thursday October
2nd at Saskatoon, SK. The funeral was conducted from her late residence
on Saturday afternoon and interment took place in the Pleasantdale Cemetery.
Rev E G Riddolls, pastor of the United Church, Naicon, conducted the service.
The large number present and the many beautiful floral tributes spoke eloquently
of the high esteem in which the late Mrs. McGillivray was held.
Mrs. McGillivray (nee Elizabeth Buchanan) was born at Donegal, Ont.
November 14, 1876. When a child of four years she came west with her parents
who took up their residence at Neepawa man. In 1899 she became the wife
of Mr. Dan McGillivray. After a further residence of 21 years in Manitoba,
the family moved to this northern district in the spring of 1920, first
to Melfort and later to their farm north-east of Naicam, where they now
reside.
Mrs. McGillivray leaves to mourn her loss, her husband, five daughters
and two sons: Mrs. Howard Nicholls, Naisbury; Mrs. Verne Thorpe, Naisbury;
Mrs. E Cottrill, Resource; Lillian and Alma at home; Earle, Pontillas;
and Carl at home.
The sympathy of a wide circle of friends is extended to the family
in their hour of bereavement .
The Neepawa Press Tuesday Oct 14, 1930
News of Neepawa
A wrong impression was given of the Norman Buchanan accident in last
issue. Mr. Buchanan did not enter the garage with the boys and never before
had a lantern been used for such a purpose. Mr. Buchanan's hands were burned
in attempting to put out the flames which enveloped his son.
The funeral of Norman Buchanan, 16 year old son of Mr. & Mrs. R
G Buchanan, 5 miles north of Neepawa, who died on Thursday from burns he
sustained when gasoline vapour exploded was held from Rosedale Church on
Friday afternoon. Friends filled the building to pay tribute. The Rev Mr.
McKay of Forrest conducted the service, and the pall-bearers were: Carman
Lindsay, Elston Lindsay, Gordon Hutton, Gordon Arbuckle, Archir McLaughlin
and Alex Potter. Interment was made in Rosedale Cemetery.
The Neepawa Press Friday Oct 17, 1930
News of Neepawa
Mrs. Jas. Hamilton of Valparaiso left for her home on Wed. After a
visit with Mrs. Buchanan Sr.
The Neepawa Press Friday Oct 24, 1930
Birnie Briefs
Married Friday Oct 17, Roy Jackson to Miss Alice Bradley of Arden,
residing at Arden. On Tues Oct 7, Miss Coral Buchanan to Mr. John Whitlaw
of Yorkton, residing at Regina.
28 March 1931
James Buchanan
It came with a great shock to the community on Sunday morning to learn
of the death of Jas. Buchanan , who passed away Saturday night about 11o’clock.
He was in his 69th year. On Tuesday, March 24 he was taken ill with pleurisy,
from which he never recovered. He was a son of the late Mr. & Mrs.
Sam Buchanan, who with their family moved from Listowel, Ont to the Neepawa
district in 1880. Mr. Buchanan married in 1892, Miss H. Motley, daughter
of the late Mr. & Mrs. McClay. The family moved to Birnie district
22 years ago. Surviving relatives are his wife, three daughters: Mrs. E.
Smith of Yorkton, Mrs. W. Kilburn of Melville, and Mrs. John Wigmore
of Regina, and two sons: Will and Alex at home, also five brothers: T S
of Melfort, Sam of Chilliwack, W David of Sumas, BC, and one sister, Mrs.
G Graham of Rosedale. Mr. Buchanan
Mr. Buchanan was a member of the Orange Lodge. The funeral service
was held at the home on Monday afternoon. The Rev. G A Colpitts conducted.
Interment was made in Rosedale Cemetery. The pallbearers were: Wm. Denoon,
Les Birnie, Guy Scott, C H Bailey, V P Dewis, and E Henton. The sympathy
of the community goes to Mrs. Buchanan and family in their sad bereavement.
(died 28 March 1931 –dp)
(This is what Val Buchanan – Nanaimo, BC has been searching for –dp)
The Neepawa Press Tuesday August 11, 1936
Mrs. Bessie Gilberts Dies
Mrs. Bessie Gilberts, who celebrated her 95th birthday last April 17,
passed away peacefully at her home in Neepawa Monday morning after a period
of indifferent health for the past few weeks. Until her recent illness,
Mrs. Gilberts had retained her faculties in a remarkable manner although
for several months she has not been active.
Mrs. Gilberts’ maiden name was Bessie Glen, and she was born April
17, 1841 in Ohma (Omagh - DP), County of Tyrone, Ireland. At the age of
3 years she came to Canada in a sailboat that took seven weeks to cross
the ocean. The family first settled in Stratford, Ont, and later moved
west, and at different times she lived at points in Saskatchewan, Alberta,
and the United States, coming to Neepawa about 25 years ago. Her first
marriage took place in 1857 to James Buchanan at Elma, Ont. He died four
years later (No -DP) and nine years after she became the wife of Mr. Gilberts,
who died in Neepawa in 1916. Of the seven children, there survive
three: Mrs. Jas. Kealing (Keating - DP) of Binscarth, and Mrs. Frank (Annie
-DP) Grasby, and Mrs. R. (Red Bob - Maggie Matilda -DP) Buchanan
of Neepawa. There are also 14 grandchildren, 41 great grandchildren, and
3 great-great-grandchildren.
The funeral will be held this afternoon Tuesday at 2:30 o’clock from
the home, and Rev E. C. Emerson of the Baptist Church will conduct the
service. Interment will be made at Riverside Cemetery, and the pallbearers
will be Gordon, George and Vernon Hunter (Bella’s sons -DP) and Elmer Buchanan
(This is my dad “Sonny”. They called him Elmer for a while. -DP) great
grandchildren, and Russell and Edward Buchanan, grandchildren.
The Duxbury Service is in charge of the funeral arrangements.
(Read Jas. Buchanan’s obit TOTALLY DIFFERENT They had 36 years to think
up another! -DP)